Zelensky rejects resignation, urges elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he will neither resign nor hold elections at this time, emphasizing that his continued leadership is a responsibility he bears due to the current circumstances and the martial law in place because of the war. Zelensky expressed his disappointment with former U.S. President Donald Trump's stance, pointing to what he described as his treachery and his reversal in supporting Ukraine. He reiterated that Ukraine remains committed to defending itself and will not sacrifice itself for commercial interests. The disagreement between Kyiv and Washington has also escalated following Trump's criticism of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries. In response, Zelensky announced the lifting of the ban on targeting Russian refineries. Ukrainian strikes have also hit energy facilities in Russia. Furthermore, tensions have increased over military support and intelligence cooperation between the United States and Ukraine, amid warnings of a deterioration in security relations.
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